Linda Anderson Livres

Meet Zeke, the newly adopted collie who saved a dying infant; Tequila, a dog whose matchmaking ability sparks a life-long romance; Haley, the service dog who gave a teenager the help and hope she needed to survive radiation therapy and Oliver the shih tzu who warmed the heart of a dying man and many others. These tales of unconditional love, devotion, courage and intuition celebrate the deep-rooted connection between people and dogs and are wonderful testament to the most enduring friendships on earth. They will capture a piece of your heart...

Presenting an opportunity to benefit from the advice and experience of a team of published authors who have also taught successful writing courses at a wide range of institutions, this text helps new writers to develop their talents as well as their abilities to evaluate and polish their work to professional standards.

With twenty-one dramatic true stories of courageous, loyal, and loving horses who found their life's purpose, this book reveals the wonders possible when both humans and horses are encouraged and allowed to follow their best instincts. The heroic equines you will meet Molly, a pony who survived Hurricane Katrina and the loss of a leg, who spreads her message of hope to disabled children. Her story went viral with coverage on the Internet, in the New York Times , and on the CBS Evening News .Sankofa, an Arabian stallion, who made it possible for social studies teacher Miles J. Dean to complete a cross-country journey in tribute to African American ancestors. Millions of adults and schoolchildren followed their odyssey as Miles and Sankofa made history come alive.Diana, a wild horse of the rare Gila herd, who proved to be a proud and resourceful lead mare who protected her herd and taught the great lesson of forgiveness.Butch, a retired gelding, who showed such an unswerving belief in a profoundly mentally retarded girl that he restored a mother's hopes for her child's future.

This poetry collection delves into the fluidity of memory and perception, illustrating how they can shift and destabilize our understanding of reality. It navigates themes of fragility and mortality, revealing how our thoughts often disguise deeper vulnerabilities. The poems engage with diverse influences, emphasizing the dynamic nature of borders and the act of crossing them, both literally and metaphorically. Through its exploration, the collection invites readers to reflect on the complexities of existence and the transient nature of experience.